It is claimed to have less of an aftertaste than other sugar replacers, and is suitable for use in baked products as well as in soft drinks. The product is Kosher -- and potentially Kosher for Passover -- and we can expect to see it appearing in many products in the near future.One should also be aware that they are strong laxatives!] As Rosh Hashana approaches, perhaps we can extend Shimshon s parable and use it is a blessing for the New Year. And from the strong may come sweet. -- May the Judgment on Rosh Hashana be turned into a sweet decree for all of us.
The suicide rate was highest in middle-aged men (those in the 30 to 44-year-old and 45 to 59-year-old age groups). In particular, the suicide rate in males aged 45 to 59 has increased significantly in the last five years to 22.2 deaths per 100,000 population.
The percentage of adults having serious thoughts. about suicide was highest among adults aged 18 to. 25 (7.4%), followed by adults aged 26 to 49 (4.0%), then by adults aged 50 or older (2.7%).